How a NATO military exercise nearly triggered a nuclear war
In short: This video examines the chilling tension of the Able Archer exercise and the critical role played by defector Oleg Gordievsky during the Cold War.
The video explores the high-stakes atmosphere of the Cold War, focusing on how a NATO military exercise known as Able Archer contributed to heightened global tensions. It also details the significance of Oleg Gordievsky, a key figure whose actions provided vital intelligence during this era of potential nuclear conflict.
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- Summary by Intellect · source: The History Guy Podcast - Cold War Chronicles: Able Archer and Oleg Gordievsky
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